Learning to Kite Surf The ultimate in exhilaration! Kite Surfing in Barbados is big; people come to the island from countries worldwide, for the ideal conditions for this thrilling water sport. It is essential to get professional instruction as this can be a hazardous sport, and a novice shouldn't go out unsupervised. So at Totally
Touring the South Coast of Barbados This self-guided tour takes you through the most developed area of the island along the south coast of Barbados. This attraction-packed drive is an excellent balance of sights to show you that Barbados has more than just beautiful beaches. There are lots of things to see and do. There
Barbados's parliament is the 3rd oldest in the Commonwealth, surpassed only by Britain and Bermuda. The 1st Barbados Parliament was established in 1639 when Governor Captain Henry Hawley formed a representative body from the local planters for inclusion in his administration. As it was then called, this House of Burgess was intended to sit with
The Cabinet of Barbados The Cabinet of Barbados is led by The Prime Minister, who controls a majority in the House of Assembly, advises the crown, and appoints the government senators and ministers. The Prime Minister is the majority party's leader and is selected by the Governor-General of Barbados. Elected on May 25, 2018 --
Barbados Parliament The Parliament of Barbados is divided into the House of Assembly and The Senate. The former, known as 'the lower house,' comprises elected members while the Senate or 'upper chamber' is selected. There are 30 members in the House of Assembly, and they are all elected in a 'first past the post system
Government and Legal System Barbados has one of the oldest Westminster-style parliaments in the western hemisphere. The Prime Minister, Mia Amor Mottley, is the head of government. The House of Assembly has 30 members of Parliament (MPs), and the political party that has the most members, currently the Barbados Labour Party, constitutes the government. The members are voted for by the
Barbados Republic Barbados has officially removed the British Queen as Head of State and historically transitioned to becoming the world's newest republic. The Road to Republic After 55 years of being considered 'Independent' within the Commonwealth Nations, Barbados has officially removed Queen Elizabeth II as Head of State and transitioned to the world's newest republic.
The first President of Barbados was Dame Sandra Mason, leading the island into a new era after it transitioned to a republic and officially removed Britain's Queen as Head of State. Leading Barbados into a New Era Barbados' first-ever President, Her Excellency Dame Sandra Prunella Mason FB GCMG DA SC, was born on January 17th,
Introducing the People of Barbados Barbados is a melting pot of people from many different cultures and influences - both local and international. Read on to see how 'Bajans' are a big part of what makes this island special. While officially, Barbados citizens are known as Barbadians, the term 'Bajan' (pronounced BAY-jun) is also commonly
Barbados News 2006 Totally Barbados » Barbados News » Barbados News 2006 August 3rd, 2006 Kadooment Weekend - The Last Lap Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Crop Over Festival and Grand Kadooment in Barbados. Business News August 3rd, 2006 The sweet, sweet smell of Bajan food Crop Over is an excellent opportunity
